Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Senior Futurist Strategist and shape the trajectory of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, design adaptive roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution. This role requires synthesizing complex data into actionable strategies while collaborating with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, innovation, and business transformation, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives by analyzing megatrends, disruptive technologies, and socio-economic shifts through 2030
- Develop and implement scenario-planning frameworks for high-impact business decisions
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-ready innovations into roadmaps
- Present compelling vision narratives to stakeholders through executive briefings and thought leadership
- Establish cross-functional innovation ecosystems with academia, startups, and industry pioneers
- Quantify future opportunities through market modeling and risk assessment methodologies
- Pioneer Horizon's annual 'Future State' publication as a thought leadership platform
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation consulting, or futurist roles with Fortune 500/tech companies
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning frameworks
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, Web3)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Experience leading global cross-functional teams in ambiguous environments
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., WFS, APF) preferred